Westerville Central High School is a public high school located in Westerville, Ohio, northeast of Columbus. It is the newest of three high schools in the Westerville City School District. It opened in August 2003.
Serving 1,485 students in grades 9-12, Westerville Central High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is equal to the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,485 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Westerville Central High School serves the northern part of Westerville, OH, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 11.3 square miles. Most students live within a typical driving distance of 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 5.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westerville Central High School's student population of 1,485 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,485 students
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westerville Central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westerville Central High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1294 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
10%
8%
Black
27%
17%
White
51%
65%
Two or more races
8%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
86.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.1%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Silver
School Mascot
Warhawks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westerville Central High School's ranking?
Westerville Central High School is ranked #1294 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Westerville Central High School often compared to?
Westerville Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westerville-north High School, Westerville-south High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westerville Central High School?
The graduation rate of Westerville Central High School is 92%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Westerville Central High School?
1,485 students attend Westerville Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Westerville Central High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westerville Central High School?
Westerville Central High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Westerville Central High School offer ?
Westerville Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westerville Central High School part of?
Westerville Central High School is part of Westerville City School District.
School Reviews
Review Westerville Central High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
When Your Child Gets a Teacher You Didn't Request
Learn what parents can do when a child is assigned to an unexpected teacher, including when to wait, communicate, document concerns, request support, and seek reassignment appropriately.
Before Accepting a Public School Seat: 15 Checks
Before accepting a public school seat, parents should verify enrollment terms, transportation, staffing, academics, safety, support services, schedules, attendance rules, extracurriculars, costs, and long-term placement details carefully.
Will This Public School Offer the Same Programs Next Year?
Learn how parents can determine whether public school programs will continue next year by checking budgets, enrollment, staffing, board documents, grants, course schedules, and district priorities before enrolling.
